The original medieval castle was built on the site of a former Old Prussian stronghold.
Following the 1659 destruction, the castle ruins were largely used by locals as a quarry for building materials for centuries.
The current structure includes preserved original medieval foundations dating back to the late 13th century.
The tower's design follows the traditional bergfried style common in Teutonic defensive architecture.
Archaeological excavations conducted during the 2014 renovation uncovered numerous medieval artifacts now stored in local archives.
Klimek Tower is a reconstructed 13th-century brick keep serving as the primary remnant of the former Teutonic Knights' castle in Grudziądz. Originally built by the Teutonic Order between 1299 and 1300, the structure functioned as a watchtower and defensive fortification overlooking the Vistula River. The tower was destroyed by Swedish forces in 1659 during the Deluge and remained a ruin for centuries. A modern reconstruction project completed in 2014 restored the tower to a height of approximately 22 meters, allowing public access to an observation deck. Visitors climb an internal staircase to reach the viewing platform. The site provides panoramic views of the Grudziądz granaries and the Vistula river valley. The tower is situated on Castle Hill, which serves as a public park space.
From the observation deck looking down toward the river and the unique silhouette of the Grudziądz granaries.
Wear sturdy footwear suitable for climbing the metal spiral staircase inside the tower.
Visit during clear weather to maximize visibility across the Vistula River valley.
Combine your visit with a walk along the historic city walls nearby.
Do not attempt to climb the tower if you are uncomfortable with steep, narrow spiral metal stairs.
The observation deck is often closed during extreme weather conditions such as high winds or heavy winter snow.
